Laboratory Officer, DNA Profiling Lab (Outram)

Health Sciences Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency for health sciences in Singapore seeks a candidate to conduct serological testing and DNA analysis on evidence. The role involves lab improvement projects and administrative support, requiring a background in Biology or related fields. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and skilled in data analytics tools such as SQL and Python. This is a critical position to support law enforcement agencies.

Qualifications

• Completed supervised laboratory research in biochemistry or molecular biology.
• Detail-oriented and organized with multitasking skills.
• Collaborative team player with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct serological testing and DNA analysis of crime samples.
• Assist in lab improvement projects using digital solutions.
• Adhere to quality control and assurance protocols.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Multitasking ability

Proficiency in data analytics

Education

Background in Biology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology

Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

SQL

Python

Tableau

Job description

[What the role is]

As a member of our Biology Division team, you will play a critical role in conducting serological testing, screening and DNA profiling on evidence submitted by law enforcement agencies, participate in lab improvement/ research projects through digital solutions and assist in developing/ validating new technologies/ methods.

[What you will be working on]

• Examination for biological fluids using chemical and serological tests
• Conduct DNA analysis of crime samples
• Assist in lab improvement/research projects through digital solutions
• Assist scientists in developing/validating new technologies/methods
• Supporting laboratory administrative duties such as equipment maintenance, inventory management, procurement of consumables, and preparation of laboratory reagents/supplies
• Adhering to stringent quality control and quality assurance protocols, and assisting in laboratory quality assurance duties such as checking for expiry dates, conduct of basic performance checking tests
  
  
  

[What we are looking for]

• Background in Biology/Biomedical Science/Biotechnology (or equivalent)
• Successfully completed supervised laboratory research in project in biochemistry.molecular biology area
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to multitask
• Collaborative team player with the capability to work independently, showcasing a proactive approach
• Proficient in digital and data analytic skill will be an advantage (e.g. Power Automate and Power Apps, SQL, Python, Tableau).